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“chic on a budget” with nine west spring specials

Posted on 16. Mar, 2010 by dara.

It’s starting to feel like spring outside, and with the warm weather comes the urge to splurge on the hottest items to update your spring and summer wardrobe. Nine West is offering the chance to be “Chic and on a Budget!” with their spring specials at 25% off plus free shipping! If you’re a Nine [...]

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dress me: lala vasquez

Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by dara.

Lala Vasquez was recently spotted in a casual yet cute look while in Beverly Hills preparing for her upcoming wedding. I am definitely loving the white boyfriend blazer, a nice change from the infamous black boyfriend blazer. By cuffing the jeans, it gives her a more casual daytime look.

Check out the {budget}fab* version of Lala’s [...]

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wine week 2010

Posted on 02. Mar, 2010 by dara.

March 1st - 5th celebrate National Wine Week at Smith & Wollensky locations nationwide. You can receive 10 wines for $10 with lunch from 11:30am - 2:30pm daily. Over 16,000 bottles will be served, so don’t miss your chance to sample this wide selection of wines. International wines are also included. Click here to [...]

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eating out adds up

Posted on 01. Mar, 2010 by dara.

Last week I spent time in a training class away from my regular office. Since I was out of the office, and my usual routine, I ate breakfast and lunch out for 3 days straight. And while it didn’t seem like I was spending that much money, when I glanced at my bank account on [...]

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a perfect plaid

Posted on 23. Feb, 2010 by dara.

I have been a fan of the plaid shirts since they started hitting the scene again, but hadn’t found one for a price point that I felt was {budget}fab* That is, until I stumbled upon the Plaid Cuffed Flannel from Threadsence. This picture perfect plaid is priced excellently at $36 and features ruching to add [...]

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screwtop: a unique wine experience

Posted on 18. Feb, 2010 by dara.

When I first read the Washingtonian’s tweet, “Take a look inside Clarendon’s cutest new wine bar” I was immediately intrigued. A cute…wine bar…this sounds fantastic. After reading the entire article I am anxiously awaiting my first opportunity to visit Screwtop.
The owner, Wendy Buckley, quit a six-figure job to open this unique spot which boasts a [...]

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investing mistakes to avoid

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by dara.

No one can possibly tell you what the market is going to do with certainty; they can provide their best guess, use statistical analysis, history, and even their knowledge of a particular sector, economy or stock. But unfortunately, you can never be 100% sure when you place your money in the market, that’s just the [...]

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ooo la la: forever 21 has activewear

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by dara.

Just in time to keep me on track with my resolution of developing a healthy lifestyle, Forever 21 has released their line of athletic wear. I can’t think of a better way to get myself motivated besides going shopping!
With the price points offered at Forever 21, you can pick up a few new pieces to [...]

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get fit at home

Posted on 15. Feb, 2010 by dara.

It’s all too easy to become bored with your “new” gym routine or to become stagnant with your workout plans. Instead of giving up all together, try to introduce some new routines or activities into your daily life.
I have found circuit routines to be very challenging and rewarding. They don’t take long and you can [...]

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take your money online

Posted on 11. Feb, 2010 by dara.

In today’s world we do virtually everything we can online. We shop, pay bills, transfer money…you name it and it’s likely online. With the exception of credit unions, most major banks offer better deals online than in the branch. I was able to score a no fee checking for life by opening my account online [...]

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